Review: Chloe Wilson's Debut Novel "The Thornbacks" Praised for Wit, Criticized for Length
Penguin Random House Chloe Wilson’s hotly anticipated debut novel, The Thornbacks , is a beautifully wrought response to the peculiar, often cruel ways bodies accrue social and cultural value. This story of two unrelated “sisters”, brought together by the marriage of their parents, is playful, witty, astute and compelling – but while the sentences sting and delight in equal measure, the plot is stretched a little too thin. Wilson’s searing collection of extraordinary tales, H
Chloe Wilson's debut novel, "The Thornbacks," is lauded for its wit, intelligence, and unique exploration of how bodies accrue social value. The story follows two "sisters" who work as morticians and use the online profile of a deceased young woman for dating. While the prose is praised for its sharpness and humor, the plot is considered stretched too thin, making the novel feel longer than necessary. Despite this critique, Wilson's masterful storytelling and unsettling observations are recognized.
The review of "The Thornbacks" offers insight into contemporary literary trends and the challenges of adapting a compelling premise into a full-length novel, while celebrating Wilson's distinctive voice.
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